Samsung P2370 Quick start guide

SyncMaster P2270HD,P2370HD

LCD TV MONITOR

quick start guide

Installing the Product 2-1

2 Installing the Product

2-1 Package Contents

• Unpack the product and check if all of the following contents have been included.

• Store the packaging box in case you need to move the product at a later stage.

The cleaning cloth is supplied with black high-glossy models only.

CONTENTS

Quick Setup Guide Product Warranty

(Not available in all locations)

User Manual D-Sub Cable

Power Cord Batteries (AAA X 2) Stand Connector Stand

Remote Control Stereo Cable Cleaning Cloth

SOLD SEPARATELY

DVI Cable DVI Cable

2-2 Installing the Product

2-2 Installing the Stand

Before assembling the product, place the product down on a flat and stable surface so that the screen is facing downwards.

Insert the Stand Connector into the Stand Base in the direction shown by the figure.

Check if the Stand Connector is firmly connected.

Turn the connecting screw at the bottom of the stand fully so that it is completely fixed.

Place a soft cloth over the table to protect the product and place the product onto the

cloth face down.

Installing the Product 2-2

Hold the main body of the product with your hand as shown by the figure.

Push the assembled stand into the main body in the direction of the arrow as shown in

the figure.

- Caution

Do not lift the product holding only the stand

2-3 Installing the Product

2-3 Removing the Stand

Before removing the stand, place the product down on a flat and stable surface so that the screen faces downwards.

Place a soft cloth over the table to protect the product and place the product face down.

Hold the main body of the product with your hand as shown by the figure.

Pull the stand in the direction of the arrow as shown in the figure to separate it.

Turn the connecting screw at the bottom of the stand to separate it.

Take the Stand Connector out of the Stand by pulling it in the direction of the arrow as

shown in the figure.

Installing the Product 2-4

2-4 Attaching a Wall Mount/Desktop Stand

Attaching a Wall Mount/Desktop Stand(not supplied)

This product provides a stand mount of 75 mm x 75 mm (2.95 x 2.95 inches) that complies with the VESA specifications.

1. Turn the product off and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.

2. Place a soft cloth or cushion on a flat surface to protect the panel and place the product face down.

3. Remove the screw from the stand and separate the stand.

4. Align the groove of the part of the product that is to be connected to the stand with the groove in the stand (desk-top stand,

wall mount stand or another stand) and firmly fix the stand by fastening the screw.

• If you use screws that are longer than the standard specifications, the inside of the product may be damaged.

• For wall mounts that are not compatible with the standard VESA specifications, the length of the screw may differ

depending on the corresponding specifications.

• Avoid using screws that are incompatible with the standard VESA specifications and avoid assembling them using

excessive force.

This may result in damage to the product or injury due to the product falling. Samsung shall not be held liable for any

damage or injury.

• Samsung shall not be held liable for any damage to the product or injury caused by using a stand that is not compatible

with the specifications or due to an installation not performed by an authorized installation engineer.

• When installing the product using a wall mount, purchase a wall mount that provides at least 10 cm (3.93 inches) of

space from the wall.

• Use the wall mount according to the international specifications.

A.Wall/Desktop Stand Mount

B.Wall mount kit/desktop stand (not supplied)

2-5 Installing the Product

2-5 Connecting to a Computer

1. Connect the product to a PC depending on the video output supported by the PC.

The connecting part may differ depending on the product model.

When the graphics card provides a D-Sub <analog> output

• Connect the [PC IN] port of the product to the [D-Sub] port of the PC with the D-Sub cable.

When the graphics card provides a DVI <digital> output

Installing the Product 2-5

• Connect the [DVI-D IN] port of the product to the DVI port of the PC with the DVI cable.

2. Connect the [ HDMI/PC/DVI-D AUDIO IN] port on the rear side of the monitor to the sound card of the PC.

3. Connect one end of the power cord to the [ POWER ] port of the product and connect the other end of the power cord to the

110V or 220V wall outlet.

(The input voltage is switched automatically.)

2-5 Installing the Product

• You may enjoy clear and quality sound from the computer sound card using the monitor's speakers. (You don't need to

install separate speakers for your computer.)

• You may get a blank screen depending on the type of video card you are using if you connect the D-sub and DVI cables

simultaneously to one computer.

• If you connect your monitor properly using the DVI connector but get a blank or fuzzy screen, check to see if the monitor

status is set to analog. Press [ ] button to have the monitor double-check the input signal source.

Installing the Product 2-6

2-6 Using it as a TV

You may view television programs on the monitor if it is connected to an antenna or cable/satellite system without installing any

separate TV reception hardware or software on your computer.

1. Connect the cable/satellite or TV antenna cable to the [ANT IN] port on the rear side of the monitor.

• When using an indoor antenna/cable/satellite terminal:

Check the antenna terminal on the wall and then connect the antenna/cable/satellite TV cable.

• When using an outdoor antenna:

When using an outdoor antenna, we strongly suggest using a qualified technician to install it.

2. When the connections are completed, connect the TV power.

3. When the product is turned on for the first time after it was purchased, the initial setup operations (<Plug&Play>) begin.

• Be careful that the coaxial cable is not bent when connecting it to the antenna input terminal [ANT IN].

2-7 Installing the Product

2-7 Connecting an HDMI cable

Connect the HDMI OUT port of the AV device (Blu-Ray/DVD/Cable/Satellite box) to the [HDMI IN] terminal of the monitor using

the HDMI cable.

Press the [SOURCE] button at the front of the monitor or on the remote control to select <HDMI> mode.

You do not need to make a separate audio connection when connecting via HDMI.

Installing the Product 2-8

2-8 Connecting Using a DVI to HDMI Cable

1. Connect the DVI output terminal of an external device to the [HDMI IN] terminal of the monitor using a DVI to HDMI cable.

2. Connect the red and white plugs of an RCA to stereo (for PC) cable to the same colored audio output terminals of the digital

output device, and connect the opposite plug to the [HDMI/PC/DVI-D AUDIO IN] terminal of the product.

Press the [SOURCE] button at the front of the monitor or on the remote control to select <HDMI> mode.

2-9 Installing the Product

2-9 Connecting a Component cable

1. Connect the VIDEO OUT port of the AV device (DVD/VCR/Cable/Satellite box) to the [COMPONENT IN [P

R

, P

B

, Y]] input ports

using a component video cable [P

R

, P

B

,Y].

2. Connect the audio port of the AV device (DVD/VCR/Cable/Satellite box) to the [COMPONENT IN [R-AUDIO-L]] port of the

monitor.

Press the [SOURCE] button at the front of the monitor or on the remote control to select the <Component> mode.

For an explanation of Component video, consult your DVD/VCR/Cable/Satellite box manual.

Installing the Product 2-10

2-10 Connecting a Scart cable

1. Connect the EXT(RGB) port of the monitor to the DVD Player using a SCART jack.

2. When a Scart device is connected to your monitor, the Source automatically changes to EXT.

• Connect to the DVD Devices input if the device has a [EXT [RGB]] jack.

• You can watch DVD simply by hooking up the DVD player with the monitor as long as the power is on.

2-11 Installing the Product

2-11 Connecting COMMON INTERFACE

1. Insert the CI CARD into the CAM in the direction of the arrow until it fits.

2. Insert the CAM with the CI CARD installed into the common interface slot.

(Insert the CAM in the direction of the arrow, right up to the end so that it is parallel with the slot.)

3. Check if you can see a picture on a scrambled signal channel.

• When not inserting ‘CI CARD’ in some channels, ‘Scrambled Signal’ is displayed on the screen.

• The pairing information containing a telephone number, CI CARD ID, Host ID and other information will be displayed in

about 2~3 minutes. If an error message is displayed, please contact your service provider.

• When the channel information configuration has finished, the message ‘Updating Completed’ is displayed, indicating

that the channel list is now updated.

• You must obtain a CI CARD from a local cable service provider. Remove the CI CARD by carefully pulling it out with

your hands since dropping the CI CARD may cause damage to it.

• Insert the CI-Card in the direction marked on it.

• CAM is not supported in some countries and regions, check with your authorized dealer.

Installing the Product 2-12

2-12 Connecting to an Amplifier

Connect the [DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)] terminal of your monitor to the optical input of your amplifier using an optical

cable.

• If no sound is emitted from the monitor, you need to use an amplifier.

• For information on how to connect a speaker and amplifier, refer to the respective user manuals provided by their

manufacturers.

2-13 Installing the Product

2-13 Connecting Headphones

Connect your headphones to the Headphone connection terminal.

Installing the Product 2-14

2-14 Kensington Lock

A Kensington Lock is an anti-theft device that enables users to lock the product so that they can safely use it in public locations.

Since the shape and usage of the locking device may differ depending on the model and the manufacturer, for more information,

refer to the User Manual supplied with the locking device. You have to purchase the locking device separately.

Locking the product

1. Insert the locking part of the locking device into the hole of the Kensington lock of the product ( ) and turn it in the locking

direction ( ).

2. Connect the Kensington lock cable.

3. Tie the Kensington lock cable to a desk or heavy object.

You can purchase the locking device from an electronics store or an online shop.

3-1 Using the Product

3 Using the Product

3-1 Plug & Play Feature

When the TV is initially powered on, basic settings proceed automatically and subsequently.

1. Press the [POWER ] button on the remote control.

• You can also use the [ ] button on the TV.

• The message <Select the OSD Language>. is displayed.

2. Press the [ ] button. Select the appropriate language by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button. Press the [ ] button to confirm your

choice.

3. Press the ◄ or ► button to select <Store Demo> or <Home Use>, then the [ ] button.

• We recommend setting the TV to <Home Use> mode for the best picture in your home environment.

• <Store Demo> mode is only intended for use in retail environments. If the unit is accidentally set to <Store Demo>

mode and you want to return to <Home Use> (Standard): Press the volume button on the TV. When the volume

OSD is displayed, press and hold the [MENU] button on the TV for 5 seconds.

4. Press the button. Select the appropriate country by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button. Press the [ ] button to confirm your

choice.

5. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select <Air> or <Cable>, then press the [ ] button.

• <Air>: <Air> antenna signal. / <Cable>: <Cable> antenna signal.

• In Cable mode, you can select the correct signal source among <STD>, <HRC>, and <IRC> by pressing the ▲, ▼,

◄ or ► button, then press the [ ] button. If you have Digital cable, select the cable system signal source for both

Analog and Digital. Contact your local cable company to identify the type of cable system that exists in your

particular area.

6. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the channel source to memorize. Press the [ ] button to select <Start>.

• When setting the antenna source to <Cable>, a step appears allowing you to set a value for the digital channel

search. For more information, refer to <Channel> → <Auto Store>.

• <Digital & Analogue>: Digital and Analogue channels.

• <Digital>: Digital and Analogue channels.

• <Analogue>: Analogue channels.

• The channel search will start and end automatically.

• Press the [ ] button at any time to interrupt the memorization process.

• After all the available channels are stored, the message Set the <Clock Mode> is displayed.

7. Press the [ ] button.

Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select <Auto>, then Press the [ ] button.

• If you select <Manual>, <Set current date and time> is displayed.

• If you have received a digital signal, the time will be set automatically. If not, select <Manual> to set the clock.

Using the Product 3-1

8. The description for the connection method providing the best HD screen quality is displayed. Check the description and press

the [ ] button.

9. The message <Enjoy your TV.> is displayed. When you have finished, press the [ ] button.

If you want to reset this feature...

1. Press the [MENU] button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select <Setup>, then press the [ ] button.

2. Press the [ ] button again to select <Plug & Play>.

The <Plug & Play> feature is only available in the TV mode.

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Samsung P2370 Quick start guide

Samsung P2370 Quick start guide

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